Building prototypes may not be as easy as it seems. One of the biggest challenges in hardware prototyping is looking for appropriate technologies that can help in building your prototype. Here are 5 unique technologies and tools which can help you to build your own prototype:

Raspberry Pi 2

The Raspberry Pi 2 is not another prototyping circuit but it is a global key to all the prototyping problems. This technology is compatible with Windows 10 as compared to the previous model which operated under Linux. Pi 2 is fast and powerful prototyping device with a Broadcom processor, 4 ARMv7 and MicroSD storage. This high tech device is beneficial for providing an exceptional indoor as well as outdoor performance.

Intel Galileo

Back in 2013, Intel launched its first Linux platform for the Raspberry Pi users. The high quality Galileo is fully compatible with Arduino board. In the year 2014, the second advanced version for the Intel Galileo was launched by the name of Galileo Gen 2. The new device is handier and comes with improved power features which included Bluetooth, RFID, GSM/3G, motor, servo and solar charging option. The new device got tremendous users’ feedback which further added to its popularity.

3D Printing

Using CAD (Computer aided design) for 3D printing can help create a hardware prototype that is cheaper in cost as compared to injection moulding and more advance in design. This technology allows printing to be done using various materials such as plastic and resin. 3D printer is available at a reasonably lower price and allows you to produce a prototype within the comfort of your home.

Intel Edison 

Want to get your prototype built via advanced yet a sophisticated technology? Intel Edison is the ultimate solution to all your prototype problems. The all-new Intel Edison comprises of 22nm transistors dual-core Intel Atom processor, 1 GB LPDDR3 and about 4 GB EMMC.  However, its miniature size makes it innovative and a ground-breaking technology.

Pozyx

Another Arduino compatible technology that uses ultra-wideband (UWB) radio technology to manufacture innovative prototype is Pozyx. The technology comes with a wide range of features that includes RFID, Bluetooth, Wifi and GPS. The developer’s kit is available at a lower price and is ideal for indoor use.

Intel Curie

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The latest button sized technology by the name of Intel Curie is available as a mobile prototyping device that runs on an open–source software, Viper. Intel Curie consists of a mini gyroscope, 32-bit microcontroller, 80K SRAM and 384K flash memory. The technology is getting popularity amongst the masses due to its concise structure.

Open BCI

Open BCI is an open system computer interface that allows brainwaves to generate the data. In 2014, Kickstarter launched Open BCI as a cheap alternative to programming electroencephalographic platform that helped in gauging brain activity. Although the cost incurred on the digital hack is comparatively high but it is certainly a technology that is investment-worthy. Open BCI was awarded as advanced hack of the year in Maker Faire New York 2013.